ARLINGTON, TEXAS (Monday, April 24, 2026) – Thirty-two years ago in Palo Alto, California, a nation was captivated as its upstart national soccer team stood toe-to-toe with the greatest giant in the sport. An underdog American team in red, white and blue faced off with the iconic yellow shirts of Brazil on Independence Day, ultimately falling just short in a 1-0 defeat.
Next month, the stars from that match will reunite at Choctaw Stadium in Arlington, as LIC, an MTR7 Soccer Legends company, presents the 94 Revival – USA-Brazil on Sunday, May 17 at 4:00 p.m. CDT. Choctaw Stadium debuted as the home of the Texas Rangers in 1994, making it a fitting venue for this one-of-a-kind match.
Tickets start at $15 and will go on sale to the general public Tuesday at 9:00 a.m. CDT. Visit 94revival.com to secure your seats.
Brazilian stars from that 1994 match who are confirmed to play in the revival game include World Cup 1994 Golden Ball winner Romario and his strike partner on that legendary team, Bebeto, who netted the winner for Brazil against the USA, and defender Jorginho.
“That may have been the most difficult match of our 1994 World Cup campaign,” Bebeto recently said. “Given all the circumstances — it was U.S. Independence Day, we were down to ten men, and they came at us hard and created chances. Fortunately, we managed to score and move forward on our path to the title.”
On the American side, 1994 World Cup stars Tab Ramos, John Harkes and Marcelo Balboa headline the squad, along with stars of later US World Cup squads such as FC Dallas legend Kenny Cooper.
The match is just the final piece on a full day of entertainment, including exciting pregame entertainment. Details on the pregame festivities will be announced soon.
On the morning of the match, players from both teams will lead a soccer clinic on the field with TOPSoccer at Choctaw Stadium just hours before the match kicks off. TOPSoccer (The Outreach Program for Soccer) is a recreational sports program for children and adults with intellectual, emotional, or physical disabilities offered only through local US Youth Soccer-affiliated soccer clubs. TOPSoccer provides people with diverse abilities an opportunity to play soccer in a structured environment that is safe, fun, supportive, and inclusive.
ABOUT MTR7 SOCCER LEGENDS
MTR7 is a dynamic sports enterprise focused on soccer (football), creating extraordinary and innovative experiences. We take pride in hosting captivating live games featuring the World’s finest all-stars, organizing global tournaments, establishing world-class soccer academies, and offering various educational activities.
Our commitment to excellence drives us to push the boundaries of sporting events, always seeking new and exciting ways to engage fans and players alike. From the adrenaline-pumping matches on the field to the enriching learning opportunities off the pitch, MTR7 is dedicated to elevating the soccer experience to unprecedented heights.
Together, we will celebrate the passion, talent, and magic that make soccer the world’s most beloved sport.
ABOUT CHOCTAW STADIUM
Since its opening in 1994, Choctaw Stadium (formerly Globe Life Park in Arlington) has been the site of numerous major sports and entertainment events, including the 2010 and 2011 World Series, the 1995 MLB All-Star Game, and live concerts featuring Billy Joel and Paul McCartney. Home to the Texas Rangers for 26 seasons (1994-2019), Choctaw Stadium was reconfigured to a multi-purpose venue in the fall of 2019. Since that time, it has been the site of professional football (United Football League), professional soccer (MLS NEXT Pro), professional rugby (Major League Rugby), nearly 100 college and Texas UIL high school football games, and numerous other entertainment events. For more information, visit ChoctawStadium.com.
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